ChurchFuture

Coaching for a Brighter Future

These are challenging times for
most churches. Tight budgets, aging membership and
public disinterest are not easy to confront. Is your
congregation tired of just getting by? You may find that an experienced outside
coach can help you get unstuck and find the direction that will fulfill your mission.

In reality the problems you face can be the first
stage of hope.In the Japanese
language the character for
crisis is a
combination of the characters for
danger and
opportunity.
ChurchFuture can help your congregation turn your dangers
into
opportunity.

Over
the past decade David Raymond from ChurchFuture has served or is
serving as a coach and consultant and for over 80 ELCA, UMC, UCC,
and United Presbyterian churches, often in partnership with
denominational staff members and other consultants.
Through this
experience ChurchFuture has learned how to help congregations
uncover their shared vision for the future and take the steps to
bring a brighter future into fruition.

"Dave is a very able leader of
groups and always looks to hear all voices of those
attending the meeting. He is a leader who knows how to
lead but also senses when to step back and let others
lead."

Working with
ChurchFuture

As a lay person and business owner Raymond
brings a down-to-earth perspective together with a vision of
what congregations can accomplish for the kingdom of God.
His emphasis is on research-based coaching. He doesn't
waste time with pointless exercises or re-plowing old ground.
He has developed techniques to involve all members in the
process and release their energy. His business background
gives him an understanding of financial issues. He has used that
understanding to help many congregations expand their
financial resources and use them wisely.